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Newspaper
Geneseo Republic
Location
Geneseo, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1908
Page
11
Saroneros leads discussion on anti saloon policy at Freeman's Hall with Judge Graves, Emery Graves and local figures debating the Geneseo Local Option petition. Speakers critique breweries and saloon power, urging voters to oppose the anti-saloon territory in the upcoming election.
Rev. Carl E. Lundgren spoke at Freeman's Hall urging anti-saloon measures as essential to reduce crime and poverty. He compared drinkers to the wounded man in Luke 10 and called for community and church action beyond building jails. Hon. Wm. E. Jackson is slated to speak next Sunday.
The family extends heartfelt thanks to sympathetic friends and neighbors for their care and generous acts during a difficult time. Their kindness lightened the burden and is greatly appreciated.
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